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Firefighter

CGL-8152
Career Area: Disaster & Emergency Services
City: Alexandria
State: Louisiana
Country: United States
Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Centerra is seeking a Part Time and Full Time Firefighter / FEO at the Alexandria International Airport / England Airpark in Alexandria, Louisiana location.

Position is Non-Exempt and requires employee to work regularly scheduled overtime with the ability to respond to emergency call back as required.

 

The fire department provides emergency and non-emergency services including but not limited to ARFF, Structural, EMS (non-transporting), Hazardous Material Response, Inspections, and Fire Prevention Programs for employees, tenants, residents, and visitors of the Airpark.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Under the supervision of the shift officer, will assist in the direction of and participate in all assigned activities at England Airpark and its facilities.
  • Perform all duties as set forth in the job description for Firefighter Fire Equipment Operator.
  • Respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for service.
  • Preform required training and maintain required state and local certifications/licenses medical training.
  • Document information on prescribed forms and submit reports in accordance with company policy.
  • Operate emergency vehicles in accordance with state laws and company policies.
  • Perform required vehicle, equipment, and station inspections, inspections, maintenance, pre-fire planning, public education, and other collateral duties as assigned.
  • Demonstrate the attitude of a professional to include maintaining professional appearance and courteous, ethical behavior.
  • Participate in professional education and fitness training
  • Work as an integral team player interacting positively with other employees and contributing to regional and corporate goals.
  • Assist with the general security and safety of the Airport/Airpark.
  • Adhere to and maintain a working knowledge of the policies & procedures of, and Constellis, Centerra, England Airpark, FAA, PIAL, BEMS, and the NFPA.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned by the fire chief, assistant fire chief, and/or shift officer.

 QUALIFICATIONS

  • 21 years of age or older
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must possess a GED or High School Diploma
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver license and driving history acceptable to the customer
  • Complete and maintain an extensive criminal/background check acceptable to the Company, FAA, and customer
  • Must obtain NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within six (6) months of hire
  • Must obtain AHA CPR (Professional Rescuer Level) within two (2) months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
  • Must have IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, and Firefighter I at time of hire
  • Must obtain IFSAC Firefighter II certification within six (6) months of hire (maximum of two attempts at written exam)
  • Must obtain LABEMS Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or higher certification within six (6) months of appointment and maintain certification throughout employment.
  • Must satisfactory complete the AEX FAA ARFF Firefighter (40 hour) and Safety Area Movement (SAM) programs within ninety (90) days of hire.
  • Must satisfactory complete the inhouse new driver program within ninety (90) days.
  • Must satisfactory complete the New Employee Orientation Program (NEOP) prior to being assigned to a shift.
  • Must obtain all required qualifications of Firefighter/Driver Operator and obtain licensing in all fire apparatus/emergency vehicles including engines, ARFF trucks, support vehicles, and trailers within eighteen (12) months of hire

 

 WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Exposure to all type of weather and temperature conditions
  • Exposure to dust, dirt, mud
  • Exposure to hazardous chemicals and infectious substances
  • Exposure to moving machinery, nip points
  • Exposure to high stress situations
  • Exposure to life threatening situation
  • Work in bulky, heavy protective clothing
  • Multiple work sites

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Operate a motor vehicle
  • Operate heavy equipment
  • Operate small equipment and power tools
  • Operate a computer keyboard
  • Operate office equipment
  • Climb ladders/stairs
  • Walk, crawl, sit, stand, stoop, bend, squat, push, pull, jump, and run
  • See, hear, talk, and write
  • Have physical dexterity and agility
  • Eye-hand coordination
  • Operate two-way radios
  • File/store
  • Operate machinery
  • Ability to perform the above functions while wearing full firefighter PPE including SCBA and carrying additional equipment and/or other persons and/or operating from ladders, lifts, etc

 

 

 

 

 

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